Clerk to Governors

Ongar Place Primary School; Addlestone; On-site; GBP 2,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in England is seeking a Clerk to Governors to oversee meeting preparation, minute-taking, and provide procedural support. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills and commitment to children's welfare. Responsibilities include attending governance meetings and maintaining records. The contract is for approximately 80 hours a year, including six meetings on-site. This position is ideal for self-motivated individuals who can work independently and adapt to varying tasks. Applications accepted until January 19, 2026.

Benefits

Supportive team of Governors

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive school ethos

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and circulate papers for governance meetings.
• Take minutes at all meetings and keep records.
• Provide legal and procedural advice as necessary.
• Attend governance meetings and coordinate tasks with governors.
• Work flexibly from home or school as needed.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Commitment to children's welfare and learning

Highly organised

Experience working with professionals at a senior level

Self-motivated and able to work independently

Ability to work to deadlines

Discretion and maintain confidentiality

Strong administrative practice skills

Confidence in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email

Job description

Job Information

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School: Ongar Place Primary School

Milton Road, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 1NY

Age range: 4 – 11 and Nursery 2 - 4

Job Title: Clerk to Governors (can be combined with the Admin Assistant Role see advert)

Contract: Approximately 80 hours a year

Salary: PS6 80 hours approx. £1 enlargistics 1,500

Starting date: TBC

Responsibilities

• Preparation and circulation of papers
Taking minutes at meetings
• Providing procedural and legal advice as appropriate
Record keeping
• Other duties as agreed with the governing board
• Attendance at all governance meetings (currently 6 on‑site sessions in the evening, scheduled between September and July)
• Work effectively withCanonical the co‑chairs of governors, headteacher and other governors and senior staff
• Coordinate the remaining hours to be worked at home or in school at the clerk’s discretion, negotiated in keeping with set deadlines

Required Skills and Experience

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to children’s welfare and learning
• Highly organised
• Experience working with professionals at a senior level
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently
• Ability to work-ir to deadlines
• Discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Strong administrative practice skills and experience ofThrow minute taking
• Confidence in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email; access to the internet

What We Offer

• A strong team of highly motivated Governors
• A supportive Co‑chairs of Governors and Headteacher
• A well‑resourced and fun school with an inclusive ethosTraining and personal development opportunities

How to Apply

We warmly welcome visits to the school – come and see if Ongar Place is a place you would like to work.

Application packs are attached to this advert or available through the school office.

Applications should only be submitted using the*r dry Surrey Support Staff Application Form. CVs will not be accepted.

Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received.

The post of Clerk is for 80 hours a year including 6 in person meetings.

Closing Date: Jan 19th 2026 at 12 noon

Interview date: Week of Jan 26th 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Ongar Place Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.